TRUMBULL COLLEGE DEAN’S NOTES: September 26, 2023
I hope you’ve all been staying warm and dry during this gloomy stretch! We had a little dance party on Sunday night because we usually spend a lot of time outside over the weekend, and that didn’t really happen. We were mostly trying to dance to truck songs, which was amusing to say the least (I need to give a plug to 20 Trucks – they’re amazing). Sahej also had his first real swim lesson on Saturday! I have been teaching him a few things over the past couple of years (particularly how to jump into the pool! ;) but it was time for him to learn properly.
I know that your academic work is really starting to pick up and that “midterm” season has begun. Still, it’s important to take breaks and carve out time for yourself, hence my starting paragraph. The sunny, crisp weather (which I love) will come back – enjoy it! Also, please check out today’s Wellness Fair! Please know that I’m here for support, so don’t hesitate to set up a meeting, or visit my Friday morning open Zoom office hours (more info below).
Visitors have been removed from Canvas sites: My hope is that you have carefully reviewed your registration schedule and are enrolled properly in all of your courses. If you have concerns, it is essential that you %20alice.kustenbauder@yale.edu?subject=Issues%20with%20my%20schedule">reach out as soon as possible.
Have a great rest of your week!
Meeting with me
To make an appointment, please use the Calendly scheduling tool, https://calendly.com/dean_c. Please reach out to Alice with any scheduling issues. For in-person meetings, please come to the office. We’re right here in Trumbull G104, which you can access across from Entryway A or through Entryway G. Zoom meetings (including open Zoom office hours) will be through my Zoom page: https://yale.zoom.us/my/skchandhoke.
My OPEN ZOOM office hours for each week are listed on the top of my Calendly page. When you click on the Zoom link, you will be placed into a waiting room. I will speak to students (one-on-one) in the order they “arrive”. My upcoming open hours are on FRIDAY Sept 29th (10am-noon).
Please note that I teach on Wednesday mornings during the fall term.
ACADEMICS
If you are interested in petitioning to earn double credit in a single-credit course, please read the relevant section in the YCPS, and then consult with me. The deadline to submit this petition is Midterm, but I recommend that you do so well before that date.
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UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES
October 10 Applications for spring 2024 Term Abroad close, 11:59pm
October 13 Last day of courses offered in the first half of the fall term.
Last day to withdraw from a course offered in the first half of the fall term.
Last day to convert from a letter grade to the Cr/D/F option in a course offered in the first half of the fall term
October 16 Courses offered in the second half of the fall term begin.
October 17 October recess begins after last class.
October 23 Classes resume, 8:20 a.m.
October 27 Midterm.
Last day to withdraw from a fall full-term course without the course appearing on the transcript.
Deadline to apply for double credit in a single-credit course.
Withdrawal from Yale College on or before this date entitles a student to a rebate of one-quarter of the term’s tuition.
TUTORING
Advising Resources: http://advising.yalecollege.yale.edu
Sc/QR Tutoring: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/stem-tutoring-programs/small-group-and-1-1-tutoring
Language Tutoring: http://cls.yale.edu/foreign-language-tutoring
Writing Center/Tutors/Partners: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/undergraduate-writing-and-tutoring; https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/writing-center
Trumbull Writing Tutor: Adam Reid Sexton is the Trumbull College Writing Tutor. Adam teaches three courses in the English department (The Craft of Fiction, Reading and Writing the Modern Essay, and Writing About Music) and is a Critic in the graduate School of Art. During summer 2022 he taught Writing About Music for Yale in London. Adam is also a writer; his next book, Difficult Listening, is due to be published soon.
To meet with Adam, please reserve a half-hour by logging on to https://www.yalewco.com/index.php, and be sure to email him the document you want help with by 7:00 a.m. on the day of your appointment. Include the instructor’s prompt, your focus for the meeting, and when the paper is due. Adam looks forward to working with you!
Yale Academic Strategies Program/Office of Educational Opportunity
https://yaleconnect.yale.edu/PoorvuAcademicStrategies/club_signup
https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/academic-strategies-program
Our mission is to help all Yale undergraduate be active, empowered learners at Yale. Though peer academic mentoring, interactive workshops, and connections to resources, we hope to provide you with the tools that can propel you towards your goals.
Essentials for First Years 3. This 5-week series showcases the 5 workshops that students find most impactful for getting a good start to academic work at Yale. Four workshop times available each week! Students can register for 1 or for all 5.
Click on the links below to register for one of this week’s Cultivating Faculty Mentors workshop for time management and creating a weekly schedule:
Tues, Sept. 26, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL 120C
Weds, Sept. 27, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL 120C
Thurs, Sept. 28, 2:30-3:30pm, Poorvu CTL 120A
Fri, Sept. 29, 1-2pm, Poorvu CTL 120B
STEM Navigators. Want to learn the best practices for succeeding in introductory STEM Courses? Join STEM Navigators, a mentoring network that provides you with information, events, and support to guide you through these crucial first courses. Sign up via this link: STEM Navigators sign up
Disability Peer Mentorship Program (DPMP). DPMP pairs students with peers of similar backgrounds to create networks of support for people with disabilities at Yale. The diverse experiences of disability in our community include physical & mobility disabilities, chronic illnesses, mental illnesses & psychiatric disabilities, neurodiversity & learning disabilities (including ADHD, dyslexia, autism), sensory disabilities & processing disorders (including vision impairments, blindness, and d/Deafness), and other conditions. You do not need to have a formal diagnosis to participate. Disability Peer Mentors help individual students develop critical self-advocacy skills, connect them to institutional resources, and find community around disability identity. Request a DPMP Mentor here.
First-year students can also request mentorship and guidance about Student Accessibility Resources through the SAS Peer Liaison Program.
Meet with our Learning Specialist. Have a learning difference or other condition that affects how you accomplish your academic work? We can talk with you about new approaches for meeting Yale’s academic challenges. Contact Karin Gosselink (karin.gosselink@yale.edu) for an appointment.
For First Years: College Transition Videos. Did you know that diving into your syllabi can help you succeed in your classes? What to learn the keys to performing well on p-sets? Learn about these topics and more through our college transition videos: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/academic-strategies/first-years-workshops-videos-events.
Individual Mentoring. Get organized for the semester by meeting with an Academic Strategies Mentor. Mentors will help you develop a weekly study routine, offer strategies for approaching complicated readings and p-sets, and help you develop a plan for prepping for those first exams. Our online mentoring schedule goes live Monday, September 18. If you’d like to schedule a meeting before then, please email us at academicstrategies@yale.edu.
Workshops. Our famous workshop sessions are available in person and online! Register via the YaleConnect links below. FYI: Poorvu CTL M104A is upstairs from the York Street Entrance to Sterling Memorial Library. Poorvu CTL 120 A, B, C, and 121 are the classrooms on the first floor. Questions? Contact us at academicstrategies@yale.edu.
STEM Navigators: Introductory Genetics Lab Techniques. Are you unfamiliar with biology genetics & development lab techniques and would like more exposure/explanation of concepts? Our STEM graduate mentors are here to help! Come to this workshop for clarification on the most confusing and tested lab techniques genetics!
Tuesday, September 26, 5-6pm, Poorvu CTL 120B
Procrastination: How to Work Through It. We all procrastinate. When your procrastination habits get in the way of your goals, however, it’s time for a change. This workshop offers strategies for identifying the sources of procrastination and pursuing productive habits that can get you back on track.
Tuesday, September 26, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL M104A
Managing a Heavy Reading Load. Feeling overwhelmed by piles of reading? Learn some essential strategies to make the most of your limited reading time. Have less stress and create more free time!
Tuesday, September 26, 8-9pm, online
STEM Navigators: How to Talk to STEM Professors. How do I even approach professors and make the connections I need? Come to this interactive workshop where you’ll learn to email, talk to, and meet with your professors and other Yale faculty!
Wednesday, September 27, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL M104A
Reading Analytically for Social Science. This workshop provides an overview of deep reading to generate effective contributions to class discussion, develop essay topics, and identify strong evidence for essays. Participants will get practice with these strategies in our interactive session.
Wednesday, September 27, 8-9pm, Online
Organize Your Time. When was the last time you asked yourself “How am I going to get all of this done??” You are not alone! This interactive workshop offers evidence-based strategies and the opportunity to start figuring out what will work best for YOU: you will not only learn about ways to make the most out of your time, but also do some actual work toward your own scheduling and planning needs.
Thursday, September 28, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL M104A
Exam Study Strategies. Reduce exam stress by learning new strategies for preparing and studying for midterms and finals. This workshop offers suggestions for preparing for and taking problem-based, short answer, and essay exams.
Thursday, September 28, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL M104A
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: https://cipe.yale.edu
Check the CIPE weekly digest for what’s going on this week, including deadlines, events, and opportunities. Follow CIPE on Instagram and Twitter.
Yale students have a free subscription to the Daily Chatter, a great resource for keeping up with global news presented from a non-partisan perspective.
OFFICE OF CAREER STRATEGY (OCS)
Students can engage with the Office of Career Strategy (OCS) in ways that align best with their personal academic and professional path. OCS can help you brainstorm career paths, apply for positions, network with ease, negotiate offers, and consider graduate school.
For the most up-to-date information, sign up for newsletters from our Career Communities, Affinity/Identity Communities, and Applying to Graduate School Communities.
OCS Upcoming Events
US Navy Coffee Chats | Wednesday, September 27, 4:30-7pm | Maison Mathis Cafe-304 Elm St
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP Virtual Coffee Chats | Friday, September 29, 10am-4:45pm | Virtual
STUDY ABROAD
Applications for Yale Credit for Spring 2024 Abroad. Spring 2024 Credit for Spring Term Abroad applications and Petitions for Spring Programs not on Yale’s Designated List are due October 10th at 11:59pm.
- You must *both*apply directly to your intended study abroad program by their deadline and complete the Yale Credit for Spring Term Abroad or Petition application by October 10th.
- Tip: Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your application in case you have personal or technical difficulties. Emails received after 4:30pm on October 10th will not be responded to until the following day.
Thinking about studying abroad? Start learning about how to study abroad on the “Get Started” tab. Search programs that fit your personal and academic interests, learn about fulfilling requirements with outside credit, and see how credit works by clicking “academics and credit” for either “Year or Term” or “Non-Yale Summer.”
Subscribe to the Study Abroad calendar so that you don’t miss any events or info sessions.
Meet with a Study Abroad Adviser to explore goals, programs, credit transfer, and more.
FELLOWSHIPS AND FUNDING
Yale and outside funding options can help support research, study abroad, public service, unpaid internships, and self-designed projects, in New Haven and around the globe. Postgraduate fellowships support independent projects, graduate study, and much more. The Office of Fellowships and Funding helps students identify funding opportunities and navigate the application process.
Customize your Fellowships and Funding Newsletter for timely opportunities in your areas of interest: https://funding.yale.edu/connect/newsletter-review-subscription
Fellowships/Funding Upcoming Events
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans: Applicant Q&A with PD Soros Staff | Tuesday, September 26, 12pm-1pm, Zoom
Fellowships/Funding Approaching Application Deadlines
September 27, 11:55pm ET: McCall MacBain Scholarships (Canada/US citizens)
September 28, 1pm ET: Richard U. Light Fellowship (EARLY deadline)
October 2, 1pm ET Churchill Scholarships
October 11, 12pm ET, Gates Cambridge Scholarship
October 11, 4pm ET: Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
October 16, 5pm ET: Luce Scholars Program
Fellowships/Funding Resource of the Week
Not sure where to begin the fellowships process? Refer to this step-by-step guide on How to Apply for Fellowships.
The first step in planning a strong fellowship application is to identify your short-term or long-term personal and academic goals. Identifying your goals will help you determine the kind of project you want to pursue.
Read about Yalies who have previously won fellowships.
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Application Deadlines for DILS and Fields Program: The Yale Center for Language Study is now accepting applications for study in its Fields Program and for study in its Directed Independent Language Study (DILS) Program.
The Directed Independent Language Study (DILS) Program gives students the opportunity to study a language that is not currently taught in a Yale classroom. Details and how to apply at https://cls.yale.edu/dils
The Fields Program gives students the opportunity to pursue advanced-level language study within the context of their academic area of focus (generally in areas other literature if the language is taught at Yale, since advanced coursework in literature would likely be available).
Both are non-credit programs, open to all enrolled Yale students (undergraduate, graduate and professional). In each program, students work with a Language Partner—a native speaker of the target language (not a formal instructor)—in two 1-hour sessions for 12 weeks. The sessions aim to develop linguistic and cultural competence through active conversation and practice of what you are studying independently. With a limited number of slots available, a selection committee reviews all applications for their merit and appropriateness, and notifies students of its decisions within four to six weeks after the application deadline. Details and how to apply at https://cls.yale.edu/fields
The deadline for applying to either program for Spring 2024 semester is October 1st at 1:00pm. Please note that all applications must be received by the application deadline (this includes applications for continued study from current DILS or Fields students).
Belonging at Yale Grants: Under Belonging at Yale, the Office of the Secretary and Vice President for University Life invites applications for Belonging at Yale Grants. All Yale students and registered student organizations may apply for funding for a program, event, or speaker that promotes a sense of belonging and community at Yale:
- increasing the diversity of the Yale community;
- educating the community about challenges to inclusion on campus and in society;
- contributing to anti-racism efforts;
- facilitating conversations around diversity, equity and access or between differing perspectives and opinions;
- deepening a culture of respect and connection;
- encouraging and enhancing cultural competence;
- developing accessibility measures on campus;
- creating and fostering a welcoming campus climate
Grants will generally be no greater than $2000. Applications will be reviewed after October 6, 2023. You can apply at this link. For additional information please contact Yasmeen Abed, Woodbridge Fellow, at yasmeen.abed@yale.edu.
October Blood Drive: American Red Cross at Yale will be hosting two blood drives in the Dwight Hall Common Room on the following dates:
- Thursday, October 5 (10:00am - 3:00pm)
- Friday, October 6 (11:30am - 5:00pm)
If you would like to donate, you can schedule an appointment here. If prompted, use the code “DWIGHTYALE” to register for a time slot. We highly recommend students interested in donating to book an appointment, as walk-in slots may not be available. The decision to donate can save a life, and we greatly appreciate your consideration! If you have any questions, please email Jared Rhee (jared.rhee@yale.edu), the Donor Outreach Coordinator.
Volunteers Needed at a New Haven Public School: Located in the Hill neighborhood of New Haven, Truman School serves 485 students in grades K-8. Over 80% of students are low income and many are new to New Haven and learning English as a second language. We are seeking 10-15 Yale students willing to make a full year commitment to tutoring and mentoring a Truman student. Training will be provided by Big Brothers Big Sisters and transportation to and from the school (114 Truman Street) will be provided by Dwight Hall.
The enrollment process for volunteers includes an application, a brief informational interview, and a zoom training. Apply now if you would like to join a deeply committed group of educators and help these students succeed! The program begins in October, Thursdays 2:30-5:30pm.
Questions? Reach out to sophia.deoliveira@yale.edu.
The ANA Growth Through Marketing Conference at Yale: Join the ANA Educational Foundation (AEF) and the Yale Center for Customer Insights to hear from marketing leaders on how to drive strategic growth. We’ve tapped some of the top minds to share how they answer fundamental marketing questions-like defining the brand’s role in the category and society, while considering the changing landscape of consumer behavior. The conference welcomes professional marketers and advertisers as well as members of the Yale community to hear best practices, gain actionable insights and share notes at an event exploring how best to position and utilize the marketing function to drive growth.
Confirmed speakers include:
• Tim Ellis, Chief Marketing Officer of the NFL
• Todd Kaplan ’06, Chief Marketing Officer of Pepsi
• Monique Le, Head of iShares Direct Investing & Marketing at BlackRock
• Walter Frye, Global Director of Brand Marketing at Amazon
• Mike Hudson, Creative Strategist at Google
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Time: 9am-3pm (Breakfast, Lunch, & Snacks will be served)
Location: Zhang Auditorium, Evans Hall (165 Whitney)
Fee: FREE for students
Register Here: https://groups.som.yale.edu/SOMYCCI/rsvp_boot?id=2126876
Questions? victoria.ambrozaitis@yale.edu
From YC3
Introduction to Mindfulness: Tuesday September 26, 1-2:30pm, at the Good Life Center in Schwarzman (YSC)
Have you ever tried mindfulness meditation? Would you like to cultivate your practice over the course of 4 weeks? The Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults MIEA (previously Koru) is an evidence-based four-session course designed to help you build the habit of meditation. Research shows that MIEA reduces stress, improves sleep, and boosts self-compassion with 10 minutes of daily practice.
*Class meets once weekly for 1 hour. You must be able to attend all four classes to enroll.* Please click here to register.
Well-Being Resource Fair: Tuesday, September 26, 4–7pm, Schwarzman Center, second floor outside the president’s room.
Come meet all the well-being resources that are offered to Yale College students at the first ever Well-Being Resource Fair hosted by YC3! There will be free food, giveaways (free plants for the first 100 students!), Heidi & Handsome Dan and much more! Thirteen campus partners (think Cultural Centers, Good Life Center, Chaplains Office, SAS, Mental Health and Counseling, Poorvu and more) will be there to meet with students and share more about their resources.
Protecting Your Joy: Wednesday September 27, 6-7pm at the Good Life Center in Schwarzman (YSC).
This workshop will provide an understanding of what boundaries are, how to establish boundaries, and ways to reinforce their boundaries. Please click on the link to register: https://cglink.me/2dA/r2145776
Stress Management: Thursday September 28, 4-5:15pm at the Good Life Center in Schwarzman (YSC).
In this workshop, students will learn about the science of stress, including insights on what differentiates it from anxiety, and also how to manage during times they feel overwhelmed. Please click on the link to register https://cglink.me/2dA/r2145713
From the Yale Library
Sterling Library Tours + Mini Tours (new!) Register for an in-person tour of Sterling Memorial Library, Beinecke Library, Marx Science and Social Science Library, and/or the Haas Arts Library to learn about collections, study spaces, student library jobs, and more.
All week! | Find a tour
First Steps with Zotero | Online Join us for 30 minutes to learn about Zotero, free software to help you manage your research, take notes, and create a bibliography.
Tuesday, September 26, 5pm | Register: https://schedule.yale.edu/event/11254333
How To Find Scholarly Articles | Online Are you ready to find articles thoroughly and efficiently-without relying on Google Scholar while also avoiding pesky paywalls? In 30-minutes, learn strategies to find the best possible scholarly sources from Yale Library’s databases.
Tuesday, September 26, 12 noon | Register: https://schedule.yale.edu/event/11196715
Thursday, September 28 at 5:00pm | Register: https://schedule.yale.edu/event/11254347
Latte With A Librarian (Bass Library) Meet with a librarian in Thain Cafe (outside of Bass Library) for a drop-in research consultation. Any student who asks a library or research-related question will receive a FREE Yale Library travel mug!
Wednesday, September 27, 12 noon – 1:30pm | More info: https://schedule.yale.edu/event/11204658